Turtle Bars

For the Crust:

• 1/2 cup of butter
• 2 cups of flour
• 1 cup of brown sugar
• 1 cup of pecan pieces

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, flour, and brown sugar using a pastry blender or a fork until the mixture becomes crumbly.
3. Press the mixture into an ungreased 9″ x 13″ baking pan.
4. Sprinkle the pecan pieces evenly over the crust.

For the Caramel Layer:

• 2/3 cup of butter
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine the butter and brown sugar.
2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously until it comes to a boil.
3. Let it boil for 1 minute, then pour it evenly over the crust.

Baking:

1. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

For the Topping:

• 1 cup of milk chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Once the crust is done baking, remove it from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top.
2. Let the chocolate chips sit for 5 minutes to melt, then spread them evenly over the surface of the bars.
3. Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing them into desired portion sizes.
4. Enjoy your delicious Turtle Bars!